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G7 Foreign Ministers Meet in Niagara to Hear Ukraine’s Plea Amid Escalating War

Top diplomats from the Group of Seven (G7) nations gathered in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario , for high-stakes talks with Ukraine’s Foreign Minister as Russia intensifies its assault on Ukraine’s power grid. The meeting, hosted by Canada’s Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand , comes at a critical moment as rolling blackouts sweep across Ukraine ahead of winter. Foreign ministers from Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, and the European Union posed for a family photo before beginning discussions. Ukraine’s foreign minister is expected to brief the group on the humanitarian and security consequences of Russia’s latest attacks, which have left millions vulnerable to freezing temperatures. The summit is not limited to Ukraine. Ministers are also addressing broader geopolitical challenges, including instability in the Middle East and shifting trade relationships. Still, Ukraine remains the centerpiece of the agenda, with G7 leaders reaffirming ...

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Gaza Reels Under Fire as Ceasefire Hopes Flicker in Washington

As diplomatic efforts to end the prolonged conflict in Gaza resumed in Washington, residents of northern Gaza endured one of the most intense nights of bombardment in recent weeks. Israeli airstrikes and tank shelling targeted multiple areas, including the Zeitoun suburb of Gaza City, where at least 10 people were killed. In total, Monday’s strikes claimed the lives of at least 25 Palestinians, according to local health authorities.

The Israeli military issued mass evacuation orders ahead of the strikes, prompting hundreds of families to flee shelters, including several UNRWA schools that were later hit by airstrikes. Residents described the night as relentless, with explosions shaking buildings and leaving widespread destruction.

Meanwhile, Israeli officials arrived in Washington for renewed ceasefire talks, with Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer expected to meet with U.S. officials. President Trump has publicly urged both sides to reach a deal and secure the release of hostages still held in Gaza.

Despite the diplomatic push, there was little sign of de-escalation on the ground. Mediators from Qatar and Egypt have reportedly intensified efforts behind the scenes, though no new round of formal talks has been scheduled.

The contrast between the violence in Gaza and the negotiations in Washington underscores the fragile and complex path toward peace.

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